Job summary
Cellular Pathology - Biomedical Scientist
Area of Work: Cellular Pathology (Histopathology)
Pay Band: 5 (£28,407-£34,581)
Working patterns: 37.5 hours/week (fulltime)
7.5 hours/day within the period 08.00 to 18.00
Current working days are Monday to Friday.
Main duties of the job
Our laboratory handles approximately 65,000 surgical cases a year. We are UKAS accredited and registered with the IBMS as a pre and post registration training laboratory. CPD is actively encouraged.
The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience of working in all primary diagnostic sections of the laboratory i.e. specimen reception & dissection and section production (embedding, microtomy & quality control).
Experience in the specialist histological techniques that we offer in our department, which include immunohistochemistry (automated), electron microscopy and enzyme histochemistry, is desirable but not essential.
You will be a well-motivated, proactive team member with excellent written and verbal communication skills who is able to work accurately and efficiently in a busy laboratory environment.
You will have a good understanding of and commitment to Biomedical Science within the NHS and have a flexible approach to work in line with the Trusts agenda for service reconfiguration and improved patient care.
There will be a requirement to work on any of Leicester's 3 hospital sites.
This application will close once sufficient applications have been received. This can happen quickly, therefore early application is advised.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist (graduates with an accredited IBMS degree would be considered for a training post), able to perform delegated tasks required for the delivery of an efficient and effective district Histopathology / Non-gynaecological cytology laboratory service. This involves the application of discipline specific knowledge and expertise to perform a wide range of biomedical investigations.
In undertaking this role, all employees will be expected to behave at all times in a way that is consistent with and actively supports the principles listed. These are:
- The principles of the NHS, where high quality care is provided on the basis of need rather than the ability to pay.
- The contribution of the local community to the development of our services.
- Preserving and developing our reputation as a caring organisation.
- Developing services that are designed around the patient.
- Working co-operatively with others in the interests of patients and their families.
- Valuing the contribution of staff and investing in their development.
- Valuing the diversity of all our staff, patients and carers and demonstrating a zero tolerance of discrimination.
- The importance of developing innovative approaches to teaching, research and service provision, which allows us to be at the forefront of developments in patient care.
- Responsible and wise stewardship of public money and effective use of resources.
The post holder will be required to work on sites as appropriate for the delivery of the service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist (graduates with an accredited IBMS degree would be considered for a training post), able to perform delegated tasks required for the delivery of an efficient and effective district Histopathology / Non-gynaecological cytology laboratory service. This involves the application of discipline specific knowledge and expertise to perform a wide range of biomedical investigations.
In undertaking this role, all employees will be expected to behave at all times in a way that is consistent with and actively supports the principles listed. These are:
- The principles of the NHS, where high quality care is provided on the basis of need rather than the ability to pay.
- The contribution of the local community to the development of our services.
- Preserving and developing our reputation as a caring organisation.
- Developing services that are designed around the patient.
- Working co-operatively with others in the interests of patients and their families.
- Valuing the contribution of staff and investing in their development.
- Valuing the diversity of all our staff, patients and carers and demonstrating a zero tolerance of discrimination.
- The importance of developing innovative approaches to teaching, research and service provision, which allows us to be at the forefront of developments in patient care.
- Responsible and wise stewardship of public money and effective use of resources.
The post holder will be required to work on sites as appropriate for the delivery of the service.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- State Registered with HCPC
Experience
Essential
- Laboratory skills used in a healthcare environment
- Awareness of H&S issues and Quality Control
- Computer literate. Familiar with healthcare IT systems and Microsoft Office software
Desirable
- Departmental specific laboratory / advanced techniques.
- Evidence of an ability to work to a high standard under pressure or to deadlines.
- Pathology computer systems.
Communication and relationship
Essential
- Effective writing skills with legible handwriting.
- Evidence of ability to communicate at all levels by telephone and face to face
- Evidence of social and team working skills.
Planning & organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to work accurately following verbal and written instructions.
- Able to prioritise own and support staff's work appropriately
Analytical & Judgement skills
Essential
- Ability to work unsupervised using initiative where appropriate
- Able to make judgements regarding a range of facts or situations that require analysis
Desirable
- Experience of troubleshooting appropriate laboratory instrumentation
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- State Registered with HCPC
Experience
Essential
- Laboratory skills used in a healthcare environment
- Awareness of H&S issues and Quality Control
- Computer literate. Familiar with healthcare IT systems and Microsoft Office software
Desirable
- Departmental specific laboratory / advanced techniques.
- Evidence of an ability to work to a high standard under pressure or to deadlines.
- Pathology computer systems.
Communication and relationship
Essential
- Effective writing skills with legible handwriting.
- Evidence of ability to communicate at all levels by telephone and face to face
- Evidence of social and team working skills.
Planning & organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to work accurately following verbal and written instructions.
- Able to prioritise own and support staff's work appropriately
Analytical & Judgement skills
Essential
- Ability to work unsupervised using initiative where appropriate
- Able to make judgements regarding a range of facts or situations that require analysis
Desirable
- Experience of troubleshooting appropriate laboratory instrumentation
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
